clever ways to encourage kids to play outside

- Kishan Gooneratne 

As a parent, it’s tough to get your kids to play outside. They’re too often glued to their phones or tablets inside of getting some fresh air and exercise. This is a concern as experiencing the outdoors is extremely important for a child’s development. Here are five fun ideas that will have the kids playing outdoors in no time.

Get a basketball hoop

One way to get your kids off the couch and into the great outdoors is to install a basketball hoop in the backyard.  To make things even more exciting, put trampoline with a basketball hoop.

Build a treehouse for the kids

if you’re looking for a fun addition to your backyard, consider getting a treehouse. Your kids will love it, and you might just find yourself spending some time up there too.

Create things outdoors

Crafting and creating things outdoors is a great way to bond with your kids while also encouraging them to play outside.  You can make melted crayon art, clay sculptures, cardboard play houses and so on.

Get a budget swimming pool

A swimming pool is a parents’ dream. It’s a fun, safe place for kids to splash around and cool off in the summer. With a pool in the backyard, kids will be able to host pool parties and play water games with their buddies.

Experiment with eating outside

Eating outdoors is a great way to enjoy the summer weather. So, every once in a while, try packing a lunch and heading to your local park.

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